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IIT Kharagpur boasts a rich history. Initially started to nurture engineers in a newly independent India, it has grown into a comprehensive institution. It fosters a vibrant learning environment, from core engineering disciplines to management, humanities, and social sciences.
IIT Kharagpur is consistently ranked among India’s most prestigious institutions, it attracts the brightest minds – both students and faculty. Renowned for its strong research focus, the institute is at the forefront of technological innovation, contributing significantly to India’s growth. Beyond academics, IIT Kharagpur offers a vibrant student life. Its campus is fostering a strong sense of community with its residential halls, cultural events, and many extracurricular activities.
Spread over a massive 2,100 acres, the IIT Kharagpur campus is situated amidst greenery, five kilometres from Kharagpur Station in West Bengal.
At the heart of the campus lies Scholars Avenue, a central road that stretches from the main gate to the B.C. Roy Technology Hospital. Here, you’ll find 22 student hostels, each fostering a vibrant residential community. The earliest established hostels – Patel, Azad, and Nehru – are known as the PAN and constitute the Old Campus shining with history.
IIT Kharagpur has a population of over 22,000 residents including students, faculty, and staff. To navigate this vast expanse, the campus boasts a whopping 55 kilometres of internal roads! The institute is also committed to sustainability and has pledged to be a completely green campus.
Beyond academics, the IIT Kharagpur campus is a hub of activity. Students enjoy a rich cultural life with numerous clubs and organizations.
IIT Kharagpur is a prestigious Indian institution consistently ranked among the top engineering colleges in the country and the world. Following is a breakdown of its recent performance:.
IIT Kharagpur is known for its excellent faculty, rigorous academics, and strong alumni network. Its tri-institute Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics program with IIM Calcutta and ISI Kolkata is ranked 14th globally by QS. While rankings can fluctuate, IIT Kharagpur consistently ranks highly, solidifying its position as a top engineering institute in India and Asia.
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Program
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Eligibility Criteria
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Entrance Exam
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B.Tech/ B.E.
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Physics, Chemistry, Maths (PCM) in 10+2 with minimum 75% marks (65% for reserved categories)
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JEE Main & JEE Advanced
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B.Sc
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Physics, Chemistry, Maths (PCM) in 10+2 with minimum 75% marks (65% for reserved categories)
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Varies
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B.Arch
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Physics, Chemistry, Maths (PCM) in 10+2 with minimum 75% marks (65% for reserved categories)
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JEE Main (Paper II), JEE Advanced, Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT)
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MBA/PGDM
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Bachelor's degree with 60%
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CAT
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LL.M
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First Class Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology/Medicine/Science/Pharmacy/MBA (or equivalent) with minimum marks (varies)
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Varies
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Ph.D.
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Master's degree in relevant field with minimum marks (varies)
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Entrance exam conducted by IIT Kharagpur (may vary by program)
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M.Tech/ M.E.
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BE/BTech/BArch or M.Sc with minimum marks (varies)
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GATE (may consider other exams in specific cases)
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M.Arch
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Graduation with minimum marks 60%
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GATE (may consider other exams in specific cases)
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M.Sc
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B.Sc with minimum marks (varies)
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Entrance exam conducted by IIT Kharagpur (may vary by program)
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M.A
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B.A with minimum marks (varies)
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Entrance exam conducted by IIT Kharagpur (may vary by program)
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Program
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General
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Aerospace Engineering
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4745
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Agricultural and Food Engineering
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10770
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering
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7972
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Civil Engineering
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6992
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Civil Engineering
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6992
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Chemical Engineering
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4848
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Computer Science and Engineering
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415
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Electronics and Electrical Communication Engineering
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1448
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Electrical Engineering
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2016
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Instrumentation Engineering
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2481
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Industrial and Systems Engineering
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4364
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Mechanical Engineering
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3613
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Manufacturing Science and Engineering
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6067
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
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7104
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Ocean Engineering and Naval Architecture
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9098
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B.Tech. (Hons.) in Mining Engineering
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10218
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Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch. Hons.)
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20427
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B.Sc. in Chemistry
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12488
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B.Sc. in Economics
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5263
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B.Sc. in Physics
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9672
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B.Sc. in Physics
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9672
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B.Sc. in Mathematics and Computing
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1329
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B.Sc. in Applied Geology
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12893
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B.Sc. in Exploration Geophysics
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12413
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B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence
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898
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